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Andrew Proto

  • Domestic strength key to growth of logistics sector

    7 August 2009, 13:02 GMT

    With global trade flows hit by the economic crisis, Gulf countries with strong local industries such as manufacturing will be benefit most from a series of planned infrastructure investments.
  • Slow construction progress hits confidence in Abu Dhabi

    16 July 2009, 16:40 GMT

    While $7bn worth of construction contracts are set to be awarded in Abu Dhabi this year, the emirate's cautious approach to development is a concern for contractors.
  • Restoring the commercial capital of Jeddah

    26 June 2009, 18:31 GMT

    The $8bn plan to regenerate the centre of Jeddah signals a change in attitude to the city, which has been overlooked for decades as developers focused on projects in Riyadh.
  • Developers rethink Gulf housing strategy

    30 April 2009, 17:37 GMT

    The global downturn is forcing Gulf real estate companies to build cheaper accommodation rather than more luxury properties, benefiting those at the middle-to-lower end of the market.

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